Blacksburg, Virginia – Snow-covered roads and reduced visibility are creating hazardous travel conditions across the New River Valley and nearby mountain corridors Saturday morning as a cold front drives steady upslope snow into the region.
According to the National Weather Service office in Blacksburg, snow showers developed early Saturday along the central Appalachians, with the heaviest impacts focused along higher elevations from southern West Virginia through southwest Virginia and into the North Carolina High Country. Portions of western Greenbrier County are expected to receive 1 to locally 3 inches of snow, with lighter but still impactful totals near Blacksburg.
In the Blacksburg area, snowfall is leading to slick conditions on untreated roads, bridges, and overpasses, especially along U.S. 460, Route 114, and secondary mountain roads. Blowing snow at times is also reducing visibility, increasing the risk for sudden slowdowns and spinouts during the morning hours.
Snow showers are expected to taper off by midday Saturday, but cold pavement temperatures will allow icy patches to linger into the afternoon. Drivers traveling through mountain passes or higher ridges should remain alert even after snowfall eases.
Motorists are urged to slow down, increase following distance, and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve. While snow will diminish later Saturday, lingering slick spots could continue to impact travel through the afternoon, and additional updates may be issued if conditions worsen.
